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Layered Mediterranean Eggplant Zucchini Bake

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 55–60 minutes
Rest Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: About 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6–8

Ingredients

Vegetables
2 medium eggplants, thinly sliced
2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
Seasoning
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
Cheese Sauce
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour
1½ cups milk
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup shredded mozzarella
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup ricotta cheese
1 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried parsley
Salt and pepper, to taste
Assembly
9 cooked lasagna sheets
Extra mozzarella for topping (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking trays with parchment paper.
Toss eggplant, zucchini, and bell peppers with olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder. Spread evenly on trays.
Roast vegetables for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and lightly browned.
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
Gradually whisk in milk and cream, stirring constantly until thickened.
Stir in mozzarella, Parmesan, ricotta, garlic, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium baking dish.
Assemble layers: spread sauce on the bottom, add lasagna sheets, roasted vegetables, and more sauce. Repeat, ending with sauce.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Uncover, top with extra mozzarella, and bake 10–12 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Let rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Resting time is essential for clean slices and firm layers.
For a low-carb version, omit lasagna sheets and layer only vegetables and sauce.
Add olives, sun-dried tomatoes, or chili flakes for extra Mediterranean flavor.